Data Quality Analyst

The Business Process and Education Unit within the Court Services Division of the State Court Administrator's Office (SCAO) is seeking a Data Quality Analyst to support Data Quality efforts statewide for the Branch's data management systems. The position will work under the supervision of a Court Services Supervisor and with a team of other analysts to prioritize Data Quality concerns, to ensure statewide adherence to standard processes, and to identify trends in Data Quality needs. The position will work closely with court staff throughout the state as well as other units and divisions within SCAO to complete this work.The following are examples of major job duties expected for this position to perform.

• Conduct systematic analysis of data information in order to determine where and why Data Quality problems exist and to develop solutions to ensure accurate data entries.
• Utilize structured data queries and reports that are run against data sources to identify trends in data accuracy. Monitor trends for improvement.
• Identify possible solutions to address discovered Data Quality issues, make recommendations to higher level analysts in Data Quality and Court Services.
• Support the planning and development of compliance plans for Court Administrative Processes.
• Create and/or revise written policies, procedures, and reports as necessary.
• Conduct outreach and technical assistance to court staff in order to understand data accuracy challenges and to provide guidance on how to prevent data entry errors.

Below are past experiences that will enable success in the role. For education requirements listed, the equivalent number of years of related experience may serve as a substitute.
What You Must Have

• Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in political science, public affairs, criminal justice, sociology, or a closely related area.
• At least 1 year of experience in a trial court, which provided an understanding of the caseflow process, from time of filing to case disposition.

What You Will Bring

• Strong ability to research and analyze data, reports, and queries to produce recommendations.
• Considerable knowledge of the theory, principles, and business practices of court administration.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing with all members of the Minnesota Judicial Branch.
• Strong experience working with multiple software applications and record management systems that support the courts or other business environments.
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with court staff, SCAO staff, and Branch leadership.

Nice to Have:

• Considerable experience in Data Quality reports
• Experience with Excel
• Experience with SQL

Salary
The expected starting salary range for candidates is $29.74-$37.90 per hour ($62,097 - $79,135 annually). The full salary range for this position is $29.74-$46.05 per hour ($62,097 - $96,152 annually). This position is exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act and is eligible for State of MN employee benefits.

Employee Benefits
The Minnesota Judicial Branch cares about and invests in you as an employee. Because of that, we offer affordable yet competitive benefits to support you and your family's wellbeing. Our comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees includes health and wellness benefits, enhanced fertility benefits, short- and long-term disability, pension, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and more. The employee-paid premium for a full-time employee with single coverage is only $39.66/month for the Minnesota Advantage Health Plan and $13.48/month for the Dental Plan. Click here to learn more about the benefits we offer.
Minnesota Judicial Branch employees may also be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. This federal program allows qualified individuals to have their loans forgiven after meeting certain requirements working in public service. You can learn more about this program from the Minnesota Office of Higher Education and the office of Federal Student Aid. Position Logistics
This full-time position is classified as a Court Operations Analyst I. This person will work normal business hours, Monday-Friday and work will be conducted predominantly in a remote work environment with occasional work in-office at the Minnesota Judicial Center, as required. Occasional travel throughout the state and to national events may also be required.
To Apply: Visit www.mncourts.gov/careers. Complete and submit your online application with resume and cover letter attached by January 15, 2024, at 11:59 p.m. All employment offers are contingent upon satisfactory results of our background check processes.
Why Work for Us?
Minnesota Judicial Branch employees consistently express pride in their public service and in the quality of programs and services provided to customers, as well as appreciation for the teamwork and collaboration that is promoted within the MJB.
We celebrate and are committed to the principles of diversity and inclusion, and actively seek and value diversity in professional background and cultural characteristics. We are intentional and mindful about the organizational culture we are building, seeking broad-minded individuals with robust capabilities who value supporting one another's growth.
It is the policy of the Minnesota Judicial Branch that all decisions regarding employment are made without discrimination on the basis of disability. Please let us know if you need a reasonable accommodation for a disability to participate in the employee selection process by contacting HR, nicole.zappa@courts.state.mn.us.
The Minnesota Judicial Branch is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the Minnesota Judicial Branch that all decisions regarding recruitment, hiring, promotions, and other terms and conditions of employment be made without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, disability, sexual orientation, or age. We value and encourage applicants from
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